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    Thank you for your guidance!
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    Thank you for your guidance!

    "We wanted to reach out and thank you for helping A* last year. She's just committed to <NCAA RUGBY PROGRAM> as a preferred walk-on. They...
    Karen's ability to pivot and provide different programming alternatives has been exceptional!
    • 2 days ago

    Karen's ability to pivot and provide different programming alternatives has been exceptional!

    Karen Fong Donoghue and the staff at Rugger's Edge have elevated our Annual College Fair each year with their knowledge, expertise, and...
    We want to thank you for your invaluable guidance and support!
    • Mar 27

    We want to thank you for your invaluable guidance and support!

    "J and I wanted to thank you for your invaluable guidance and support during our planning stage. You helped a lot with direction and...
    The use of Karen’s services was a very worthwhile investment!
    • Mar 27

    The use of Karen’s services was a very worthwhile investment!

    "Leo had been playing rugby for many years, but being English we were very unfamiliar with the US college process. Karen has been with us...
    Karen was so knowledgeable!
    • Mar 27

    Karen was so knowledgeable!

    "I came to Karen Fong-Donoghue through USA Rugby, and wow, what a help! Whilst there was no academic support required, Karen was so...
    Webinar: College Testing
    • Mar 27

    Webinar: College Testing

    The pandemic has certainly changed the college admissions process, especially in the world of standardized testing. We are pleased to...
    Class of 2021 College Acceptances
    • Feb 28

    Class of 2021 College Acceptances

    American University University of Arizona#$ Bard College University of British Columbia# Boston University Bowdoin College* Brown...
    Your advice was worth every penny!
    • Jan 25

    Your advice was worth every penny!

    “I wanted to let you know that Will got in into Duke early decision! Two years ago I started following The Ruggers Edge on Facebook and...
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    • Jan 25

    We were more than pleased with their services!

    “We found Karen/Kate through a personal recommendation by my friend. We were more than pleased with their services!! Kate helped E...
    NCAA Women’s Rugby Webinar
    • Jan 21

    NCAA Women’s Rugby Webinar

    We are excited to feature a special webinar featuring a few of the NCAA Women’s Rugby programs across the country. A lot has changed and...
    Varsity Collegiate Women’s Rugby Recruiting Webinar
    • Jan 16

    Varsity Collegiate Women’s Rugby Recruiting Webinar

    A lot has changed in the world of rugby recruiting, and we wanted to provide an update to families about how three of the most...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Email Control
    • Jan 4

    Academic Tip of the Month – Email Control

    Increase your chance of admission & recruitment with this ONE tip! This is the time of year where I do routine check-in meetings with all...
    Rugby Tip of the Month – Heat Up Your Cold Weather Warm-Ups
    • Jan 4

    Rugby Tip of the Month – Heat Up Your Cold Weather Warm-Ups

    Photo Credit: Healthline.com ONE WAY TO HEAT UP YOUR COLD WEATHER WARM-UPS Your MOTION can change your EMOTION.  Your MOVEMENT can change...
    Men’s College Rugby Recruiting Update: December 2020
    • Dec 11, 2020

    Men’s College Rugby Recruiting Update: December 2020

    Special guests Justin Hundley (Head Coach, Penn State University Men’s Rugby), Josh Macy (Head Coach, Lindenwood University Men’s Rugby),...
    Rugby Tip of the Month – An Open Letter to the Athlete We Must Stop Recruiting
    • Nov 30, 2020

    Rugby Tip of the Month – An Open Letter to the Athlete We Must Stop Recruiting

    Written by Becky Carlson, Head Coach, Quinnipiac University Women’s Rugby Originally posted on LinkedIn Dear Prospective...
    Academic Tip of the Month – Webinars
    • Nov 30, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – Webinars

    The word of 2020 should be “Webinar”! We know you have probably had your fill of webinars these last few months, however, opportunities...
    College Program Highlight – Bowdoin College
    • Nov 30, 2020

    College Program Highlight – Bowdoin College

    Brunswick, ME General School Information Founded in 1794, Bowdoin College is a private, liberal arts school in Brunswick, Maine situated...
    Your advice was invaluable!
    • Nov 9, 2020

    Your advice was invaluable!

    “I wanted to thank you for the advice you gave to our son Matthew de Frates. He met with you his Sophomore summer or fall semester (that...
    Academic Tip of the Month – SQ3R Reading Method
    • Nov 2, 2020

    Academic Tip of the Month – SQ3R Reading Method

    By Rugger’s Edge Associate, Maggie Porter Do you ever struggle to stay focused while reading or have a hard time remembering what you...
    Rugby Tip of the Month – Getting a (Better) Grip
    • Nov 2, 2020

    Rugby Tip of the Month – Getting a (Better) Grip

    Athletes from every rugby position have talked about improving their grip strength. Whether it’s for set pieces (lifting or scrummaging),...
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